Quick Summary
Universidade Federal da Bahia, in Salvador, Brazil, is a public that has shaped higher education since 1946. Ranked #801-850 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 45000 students including 1.5% from outside Brazil. Known for strengths in Medicine, Architecture, Arts and Humanities, it maintains an acceptance rate of 12.5%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
One of the most prestigious public institutions in Brazil, located in the cultural heart of the country with tuition-free education.
Subject Strengths
MedicineArchitectureArts and HumanitiesAgriculture & Forestry
Founded1946
TypePublic
Total Students45000
Intl Students1.5%
Faculty Ratio15
CampusUrban
Campus Size4,500,000 sq m
Affiliated HospitalsHospital Universitário Professor Edgard Santos (HUPES), Maternidade Climério de Oliveira
AccreditationMinistério da Educação (MEC), Brazil
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#801-850
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#1201–1500
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
100+ undergraduate programs, 150+ graduate programs
Programs
65
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
110
Research Centers
High
Research Output
Ministério da Educação (MEC), Brazil
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate12.5%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January
SPRINGApplication Deadline · June
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission is primarily through the ENEM/SiSU system. International students should contact the AUI (International Affairs) for specific mobility protocols.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Brazilian Real
Living Cost
R$32,000/yr
per year · BRL
Total Estimated Annual Cost
R$32,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · BRL
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$1,200
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from 100+ undergraduate programs, 150+ graduate programs programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Law | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Civil Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Architecture | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Fine Arts | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Psychology | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
Not Available
Average Salary After Graduation
Not Available
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong local partnerships with industrial and healthcare sectors
Industry Connections
PetrobrasBraskemFord (Camaçari Complex)and State Government
Notable Alumni
Gilberto Gil, Caetano Veloso, Jorge Amado, Milton Santos
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
University Sports Center (CEU) including olympic pool and multi-sport courts
Student Clubs
DCE, Academic Directorates, Athletic Associations, Junior Companies
Library Resources
Sistema Universitário de Bibliotecas (SIBI) with over 20 departmental libraries
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Limited